Fiskars’ Project Orange Thumb to award garden grants and makeovers

Fiskars announced that its application process for 2011 Project Orange Thumb garden grants and makeovers in the U.S. and Canada is now open at www.fiskars.com/projectorangethumb. Applications must be received no later than December 31, 2010.

Fiskars’ Project Orange Thumb provides tools, materials and other support to help communities reach their goals for neighborhood beautification, community collaboration and healthy, sustainable food sources. Historically, the locations of Fiskars’ garden makeovers have been selected separately from the grant process. This year, Fiskars is giving groups the chance to apply for a garden makeover in their area.

Fiskars will choose 11 recipients from the pool of grant applicants — 10 will receive $5,000 in cash and tools, and one lucky applicant will receive a complete garden makeover. This year, when applying for a Project Orange Thumb grant, simply indicate whether you would like to be considered for a garden makeover. Please note that everyone who applies will be considered for a grant, but only those that specify they are interested and meet Fiskars’ criteria will be considered for a garden makeover.

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